North Fork Big Wood River
Sawtooth National Forest
Write a Review FR-146 Ketchum, ID 83340 208-727-5000 800-260-5970 Official WebsiteGPS: 43.8424, -114.4257
Overview of North Fork Big Wood River
Accessibility is not guaranteed, always scout ahead before driving down dirt roads.
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Last Price Paid: $0
Reported by Laughing Ram on 5/23/2021
Longest RV Reported: 33 feet (Fifth Wheel)
Reported by Grand Adventure on 7/16/2017
Pad Type dirt
Open Seasonally Yes
Elevation 6,758 ft / 2,059 m
Max Stay 16
Tent Camping Yes
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Reviews of North Fork Big Wood River 11 people have reviewed this location.
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Last reported 7/26/2020
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Last reported 5/23/2021
“Awesome Boondocking!”
Reviewed 5/23/2021
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 3 |
| Site Number: | 2A |
| RV Length: | 19' (Travel Trailer) |
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We came here second week of May just after the rangers opened FR-146. We travelled all the way to the end where there is a trailer turn-around. All sites looked nice and we counted 12 dispersed sites, #1 was the furthest in. We ended up in 2C(the furthest in of three sites of area #2. The site was next to the river. It was 4.5 miles... more
We came here second week of May just after the rangers opened FR-146.
We travelled all the way to the end where there is a trailer turn-around.
All sites looked nice and we counted 12 dispersed sites, #1 was the furthest in. We ended up in 2C(the furthest in of three sites of area #2.
The site was next to the river. It was 4.5 miles in on the dirt road and our closest neighbor was back up the road 3.5 miles in camp Murdock.
The only animals we saw were ground squirrels.
It was so peaceful and a wonderful experience.
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Laughing Ram would stay here again
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“Could Have Stayed Forever”
Reviewed 9/12/2020
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 2B |
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Loved this campsite! Favorite of the trip by far, should have stayed longer. This is sort of dispersed camping, but not really as sites are now numbered and you can’t camp outside of a designated spot. There are only 14 sites on this road (146) and it’s a popular spot, so be warned. We arrived on a Wednesday and got really lucky, only ... more
Loved this campsite! Favorite of the trip by far, should have stayed longer. This is sort of dispersed camping, but not really as sites are now numbered and you can’t camp outside of a designated spot. There are only 14 sites on this road (146) and it’s a popular spot, so be warned. We arrived on a Wednesday and got really lucky, only two spots were still open. We had neighbors to each side of us, but they were spaced quite a distance, and also not home (?) so we saw nobody.
Had one bar of ATT service, amplified it with the WeBoost. Saw mule deer and the dogs loved having the river nearby. The road was fine for our 14’ trailer. Appreciated the fresh water/dump/trash station which we used on the way out.
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BajaSurfYoga would stay here again
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“Perfect Escape near Ketchum!”
Reviewed 7/26/2020
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 14 |
| Site Number: | 9 |
| RV Length: | 30' (Travel Trailer) |
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This has been our favorite campsite in Idaho. The numbered sites are spaced out so that you can’t see your neighbors, and it truly feels like you have the place to yourself! Most of the sites are very spacious and they all have access to the river. Lots of wildlife too! We saw plenty of deer and even a few foxes! Plenty of sun for sola... more
This has been our favorite campsite in Idaho. The numbered sites are spaced out so that you can’t see your neighbors, and it truly feels like you have the place to yourself! Most of the sites are very spacious and they all have access to the river. Lots of wildlife too! We saw plenty of deer and even a few foxes! Plenty of sun for solar, while still having shaded areas to relax under. The forest road is very rocky, but any size rig should be fine. Our 30ft travel trailer made it no problem. Very little cell phone service.
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Mrs. Brent would stay here again
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“Soon to be designated dispersed camping in numbered sites only”
Reviewed 7/18/2020
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The forest service is in the process of converting Murdock Creek and Forest Road 146 into designated dispersed sites only. They have blocked off a number of existing campsites and the remaining ones will be numbered and have a steel fire ring. No camping outside of numbered sites once they're finished.
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Onestep would stay here again
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“Secluded spot in woods, many choices”
Reviewed 9/24/2019
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
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Boondocking in Idaho is a dream! There were lots of spots here to choose from, some accesses were more sketchy than others but after a little searching we found a quiet, flat spot in the woods to do some repairs on our vehicle. Hardly any other vehicles pulled by. We could hear the river but not see it. Highway noise during the day... more
Boondocking in Idaho is a dream! There were lots of spots here to choose from, some accesses were more sketchy than others but after a little searching we found a quiet, flat spot in the woods to do some repairs on our vehicle.
Hardly any other vehicles pulled by. We could hear the river but not see it. Highway noise during the day but pretty quiet at night. Only animal/human encounters were a couple of curious raccoons that were rather cute. Easy to run to Ketchum for socializing or Hailey for auto parts store.
Many other campgrounds close by charging $16/night-why?
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k.olearycole would stay here again
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“Nice scenery on awful road”
Reviewed 8/8/2019
| Days stayed: | 3 |
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| RV Length: | 30' (Travel Trailer) |
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We were here mid July attempting to get into the same site that Grand Adventure stayed in - saw how beautiful it was on YouTube - but alas we were too big so were blessed to find another site on the same road - the road is not maintained like in some national forests and recreation areas but we were able to go in and out though had ... more
We were here mid July attempting to get into the same site that Grand Adventure stayed in - saw how beautiful it was on YouTube - but alas we were too big so were blessed to find another site on the same road - the road is not maintained like in some national forests and recreation areas but we were able to go in and out though had to drive very slowly in some areas - enjoyed listening to the rushing water of the creek and hiking - drove into Ketchum and had lunch - a very nice place for a few days but if were in this area again we would try one of the other locations for variety - had gorgeous weather and having a dump so close was a plus
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“Amazing free camping near Sun Valley Idaho”
Reviewed 7/28/2019
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 4 |
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Most of the spots near the main entrance were taken. Have to drive a ways down to find a good spot. Luckily there are a ton of spots to choose from. Our spot was about 30 minutes from town.
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Verizon
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“Beautiful, peaceful, and quiet!”
Reviewed 7/31/2018
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 3 |
| RV Length: | 22' |
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We stayed 3 nights dry camping in a beautiful site along Forest Rd 146. We stayed exactly 2.8 miles from turnoff of Hwy 75 and/or 2.0 miles from the NRA dump station the site was on the right. There were only two downsides to this site and that was the road conditions (very bumpy!) not that it can't be done because we did but I would n... more
We stayed 3 nights dry camping in a beautiful site along Forest Rd 146. We stayed exactly 2.8 miles from turnoff of Hwy 75 and/or 2.0 miles from the NRA dump station the site was on the right. There were only two downsides to this site and that was the road conditions (very bumpy!) not that it can't be done because we did but I would not suggest going to much further unless you have lots of clearance. The other thing was moths! Like attack of the moths! I am not sure if it was the time of the year or the trees or what, but geez... There was some traffic but the site was a ways off the road and didn't bother us at all. Also, the road made people slow down so dust was not an issue. Just up the road is several sites near a restroom section if needed. Our site had 360 views and was just beautiful to see everyday. We didn't see the river, but could definitely hear it. Our site was large and fairly level. Our first day we did get notified of a bear 1/4 mile from our site, so something to be aware of camping. We did venture just with the car up to the end of 146 and there are some beautiful sites up that way but again not for low clearance trailers. We may stay here again, but have found lots of other sites around the area a little less bumpy of road conditions.
The site is just north of Ketchum with lots to do, however if you are needing things from Walmart think again...that's back in Twin Falls. They have a small grocery store, Chateau Drug (which everyone refers you to for some reason), and Backwoods.
The Winnie Weenie's would stay here again
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“can't wait to go back!”
Reviewed 9/16/2017
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
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Pulled in late at night. Woke up in the morning to the most beautiful place. dirt road back, it's in good condition. can't wait to go back! was worth the detour for sure.
road trippy hippy would stay here again
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“Great dispersed sites on 146 just off SR-75!”
Reviewed 9/4/2017
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 1 |
| RV Length: | 32' (Class A) |
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The GPS coordinates for this site are way up the road but the sites actually start very close to 75. The previous review summed it up well- easy access just off of SR75 with a dump station, water and visitor center right at the start of 146. The road turns to gravel at the dump station but its a good road as far as we went. Beautifu... more
The GPS coordinates for this site are way up the road but the sites actually start very close to 75. The previous review summed it up well- easy access just off of SR75 with a dump station, water and visitor center right at the start of 146. The road turns to gravel at the dump station but its a good road as far as we went. Beautiful views of the mountains on either side of valley, great level sites with fire rings that start right after the dump station. We stayed in the first site so we barely had to drive down any gravel to get there and great cell service! 3 bars of LTE with Verizon and ATT.
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TripOutside would stay here again
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